Senior Systems Engineer

Ready to take ownership of complex, cutting-edge systems? Keen to shape technology from early concept through to real-world delivery?

Our client is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to play a central role in the development of a next-generation advanced technology platform, bringing together complex hardware, software, optics, motion control, automation and precision engineering into robust, high-performance products.

## The Opportunity

Take system-level ownership of sophisticated, high-precision products combining advanced optics, laser-based processes, motion systems, controls, software and machine vision. Work across the full product lifecycle, from concept and requirements through to validation, release and continuous improvement.

## Why This Role is Great

- Lead system architecture from early concept through detailed design, prototyping, verification and release
- Define system requirements, performance targets and risk models across mechanical, electrical, optical and software elements
- Bring together complex subsystems into stable, high-performing, production-ready solutions
- Influence how advanced laser, photonics and precision instrumentation technologies are integrated into commercial products
- Work on challenging system trade-offs involving beam delivery, thermal behaviour, alignment, stability, automation and reliability
- Shape verification plans, test strategies and fault-finding approaches at system level
- Collaborate closely with software, engineering and technical teams
- Contribute to product maturity, manufacturability and long-term technical roadmap planning

## About You

- Strong experience with complex, high-precision systems
- Track record of leading products from concept through to deployment
- Expertise in system architecture, integration, verification and troubleshooting
- Experience with advanced optical or photonics-based systems
- Knowledge of precision motion systems and high-accuracy positioning technologies
- Confidence working across software, controls, electronics, mechanics and optics

## Bonus Experience

- Ultrafast or high-performance laser systems
- Adaptive optics, beam shaping or optical correction
- Precision motion platforms (piezo, air-bearing, linear motor)
- Machine vision, microscopy or advanced imaging
- Optical modelling and simulation software
- Python, MATLAB or LabVIEW
- Metrology, control systems and industrial system integration

## Package

- Salary: Circa £65,000 depending on experience
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Private medical insurance
- Group income protection and life assurance

Applications welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates.